Contracts Administration, Advisor

Peraton

$104K — $166K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field plus 8+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 6+ years; or 12+ years of relevant experience without a degree
  • Hands-on experience with Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS
  • Experience in drafting, negotiating, and finalizing contracts, including RFP responses
  • Proficiency in contract records management and compliance documentation
  • Experience with contract closeout processes and issue resolution
  • Strong communication skills for interfacing with management and stakeholders
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly required; US Citizenship is mandatory

Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of government contracts and monitor financial documentation
  • Provide contractual guidance to Project Managers and collaborate on problem-solving
  • Oversee contract start-up and closeout processes for smooth transitions
  • Assist with competitive proposal efforts, including cost proposals and narratives
  • Build strong client relationships, facilitating effective issue resolution
  • Draft and negotiate various agreements including NDAs and Teaming Agreements
  • Collaborate with internal teams to solve complex contracting challenges
  • Promote sound business practices aligned with departmental goals

Benefits

  • Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
  • Opportunity to work on high-priority national security programs
  • Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
  • Engagement in critical problem-solving initiatives
  • Supportive work culture that values strong customer relationships
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a cleared and experienced Contracts Administration Advisor to join our elite Contracts team supporting some of the nation's most sensitive and high-priority programs. This is a unique opportunity to bring your contracting expertise to a mission-critical environment where your work directly supports national security. If you're a seasoned contracts professional with a passion for solving complex challenges, we want to hear from you.

At Peraton, you won't just manage contracts - you'll be part of a team that solves the problems others can't. Every day, our people tackle the most daunting challenges facing our customers and the nation. Join us and do work that truly matters.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts across various types, complexities, and sizes - monitoring invoices and budgets to keep projects on track and costs in check
  • Serve as the go-to contractual expert for Project Managers, providing clear guidance on requirements and helping teams navigate challenges with confidence
  • Lead contract start-up and closeout processes, ensuring smooth transitions at every stage of the contract lifecycle
  • Contribute to competitive proposal efforts by assisting with cost proposals and narratives that position Peraton to win
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships - acting as a collaborative team leader who resolves issues quickly and streamlines processes
  • Analyze, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including Teaming Agreements, NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, and other binding instruments
  • Partner closely with internal program teams to tackle highly complex challenges and deliver creative, effective solutions
  • Champion sound business principles that support departmental and divisional goals


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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field plus 8+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience; or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
  • Hands-on experience managing Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements
  • Demonstrated experience responding to RFPs, participating in proposal and pre-award review meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting/finalizing contracts
  • Proficiency in preparing, maintaining, and communicating contract records, reports, and documentation in compliance with corporate and contract management requirements
  • Experience executing contract closeout - including finalizing outstanding issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations
  • Comfortable interfacing with all levels of internal and external management and organizational stakeholders
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly required
  • US Citizenship required


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tool
  • Self-starter mentality with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
  • Deep knowledge of contract types, terms, and conditions
  • Ability to interpret and implement policies and procedures with minimal direction
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills


Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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